Moving here from the west coast where Dim Sum looks slightly different,
at the root, we can agree Dim Sum functions as a sort of quick appetizer. The
artists have made the plate of food, our job being to consume. In general, the
Dim Sum satisfied and left room for more. In a casual sampling provided by
recent SVA/MFA friends, the ideas continue to meet materials after the training
has ceased. Appetizers like Chicken-Ass: slick oil on enamel,
Orgasimon: digital enhancement via thick oil on canvas, and Sculpture Care Kit:
a near clown chest of waxes and polish, easily reveal
approach and manipulation in several different media, wrapped in T.L.C. and
generous artistic humor.

How would you set out to evaluate the completeness or solidarity of a group
show? At 450, the sum of Dim Sum was a little crowded, 10 artists in a group show,
a miniature art space being maxed out, you could see the work fight for attention.
The space, as a plate that served the appetizer, allowed figuring out your favorite
recipes among the menu with hope to see full entrees from the artists in the future,
or at least still be back on the menu. If you are one of these artists you're probably
ready to break from the start-up pack and be involved in the next step. Whether
you're making the scene or waiting for a break, competition will be a prevalent
ingredient. The recipe could be the same, but it's contents reduced to just meat,
be it mixed media or sesame tofu. THIS WAS NOT A SHOW OF FOOD.